Apr 7, 2026 - News
GIF to go: The zoo's tiniest new star
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The Kansas City Zoo has a new tiny addition. Molly, a fennec fox born in February, is now out for visitors to see with parents Beshte and PJ.
Why it matters: Fennec foxes are the smallest of their kind, known for those oversized ears that help them stay cool and hunt in desert climates.
- The zoo staff says Molly is thriving, even as the species faces threats from habitat loss and the illegal pet trade.
If you go: You can now spot her in the African Kopje habitat.